Balestier Central vs Tanjong Pagar Prediction: The home side have enough arsenal to pull down the visitors

On Sunday, Balestier Central will square off with Tanjong Pagar at the Bishan Stadium. The home side are a game away from equaling their total wins last season and can’t be underestimated against the visitors.

Balestier Central (4th)

Last five games: WWWLL

After the Tigers' three games of unbeaten runs, they surrendered to another defeat as they have now lost back-to-back. A humiliating performance at Albirex Niigata was marred with another loss against Lion City. Even though they tried to fight for a draw, it was too late as the visitors carted away all the points.

Balestier Central have conceded the most goals (40) in just thirteen games, which might hinder their hope of securing a spot in next season’s AFC Champions League.

Balestier have won two and lost four at home this season.

Tanjong Pagar (7th)

Last five games: LLWLW

The Jaguars returned to winning ways as they fought from (3-1) to a (3-4) victory on the road. Another horrible defensive display almost cost them three points on the road. Tanjong Pagar were not at their best and got lucky to have walked away with maximum points. Tanjong Pagar are definitely a great side, but they will need two or more signings to compete with the top guys in the league. Tanjong Pagar have won three and lost four away from home this season.

Expert Betting Tips

Over their previous twenty meetings, Tanjong Pagar have recorded six wins while Balestier Central have won eleven and three games ending in a draw. Balestier Central won the reverse leg on the road against Tanjong Pagar with a (2-4) scoreline. After watching the home side against a tough Lion City the last time, we believe they can pull a surprise stunt over the visitors. Balestier Central are our favorite pick and we expect them to win either half for 1.80.

Both sides haven't been tidy at the back since the beginning of the season, especially the home team, who have let in more than a goal in a game over their last six matches. Bet on BTTS and over 2.5 goals for 1.88.

A Balestier Central victory for 2.69 might be worth the risk.

Good luck!